Infection Control Today - 09/2004: References

REFERENCES

FOMITES: SMALL RISK OR REAL THREAT? BY JOHN ROARK, PAGE12

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2. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Guidelinesfor Infection Control in Health-Care Facilities. Feb. 4, 2004. pg. 71.

NATIONAL INITIATIVE STRIVES TO REDUCE SURGICAL SITEINFECTIONS, BY KELLY M. PYREK, PAGE 16

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CONSIDERATIONS FOR CHEMICALS AND AUTOMATED REPROCESSORSUSED WITH FLEXIBLE ENDOSCOPES, BY LYNNE A. THOMAS, BSN, RN, CGRN, PAGE 22

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HEALTHCAREWORKERS, EMTS EXTEND THE FRONT LINES IN THE BATTLE AGAINST INFECTION, BY KRIS ELLIS, PAGE 26

1. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Respiratory Hygiene/ Cough Etiquette in Healthcare Settings. Dec. 17, 2003.

2. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. ClinicalGuidance on the Identification and Evaluation of Possible SARS-CoV Disease amongPersons Presenting with Community-Acquired Illness, Version 2. Jan. 8, 2004.